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How much does a babysitter cost in Sioux Falls, SD in 2026?
In Sioux Falls, SD, the average babysitter earns about $16.84 per hour. For a typical 40-hour week, that works out to roughly $674/week or $2,919/month. Most Sioux Falls families pay somewhere in the $12–$25/hour range, depending on experience, the number of kids, and what's expected on the job.
These numbers come from 411 live babysitter listings in Sioux Falls on Nanny Lane. We update this page whenever the data moves.
- Weekly
(40 hrs) - $674
- Monthly
- $2,919
- Annual
- $35,027
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What drives the price
Most Sioux Falls families pay somewhere in the $12–$25/hour range. Where a given family lands depends on a handful of factors. Three of them drive most of the spread.
Experience
Number of kids
| 1 kid (baseline) | $16.84 |
|---|---|
| 2 kids | ~$17.84 |
| 3+ kids | ~$18.84+ |
Hours & schedule
| Weekday 9–5 (standard) | — |
|---|---|
| Evening/weekend | +$2–4/hr |
| Last-minute | +$3–5/hr |
Also factor in: live-in vs. live-out · household duties beyond childcare · driving · cooking · travel.
Full-time, part-time, and live-in babysitter rates
| Arrangement | Typical hours | Average rate | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full-time | 35–50 hrs/week | $17.55/hr | |
| Part-time | 10–25 hrs/week | $17.27/hr | |
| Occasional | 5–15 hrs/week | $17.24/hr | |
| Live-in | Set by family | $17.19/hr |
Part-time and full-time hourly rates are similar here — short schedules don't always command a premium when full-time openings are easy to fill.
Live-in rates are close to live-out here — but the package usually still includes room and board, so the all-in cost can be lower than it appears. The trade-off is space — you'll need a private bedroom and ideally a separate bathroom for the babysitter.
How do Sioux Falls babysitter rates compare to state and national averages?
Sioux Falls runs below the U.S. average for babysitter rates — a meaningful budget advantage for families looking here.
Hiring babysitters in Sioux Falls, SD typically costs about 2% more than the South Dakota average of $17/hour and 12% less than the United States average of $19/hour.
| Area | Average hourly rate | vs. Sioux Falls, SD |
|---|---|---|
| Sioux Falls, SD | $17/hr | — |
| South Dakota | $17/hr | -1% |
| United States | $19/hr | +14% |
Tips to find a great babysitter without overpaying
- Be flexible on experience. Some of the best babysitters on the platform have 3–5 years on the job and charge meaningfully less than experienced babysitters with 10+ years. References matter more than years.
- Consider a share. If your kids are similar ages and you live near another family, a share is the single biggest cost reduction available without compromising on care.
- Be specific about hours upfront. Most babysitters will take a slightly lower rate for a guaranteed steady schedule than for a higher-rate, unpredictable one.
- Bundle benefits thoughtfully. Two weeks PTO, a health stipend, transit passes, education assistance, or an annual raise commitment can help close the gap with families offering a higher hourly rate.
- Match rate to responsibilities. A higher rate often makes sense once you add cooking, errands, or driving. Don't compare apples to oranges across listings.
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How families use Nanny Lane to find a babysitter in Sioux Falls, SD
Nanny Lane is a marketplace built specifically for connecting families with babysitters — no recruiters in the middle. Most families work through it like this:
- 01
Browse babysitter profiles in Sioux Falls, SD
Filter by hourly rate, experience, languages, and availability.
- 02
Message the ones who look like a fit
Reach out to the babysitters whose experience and rate match what you're looking for.
- 03
Schedule a phone call, then a paid trial day
Trial days feel awkward at first — that's normal. They're the best way to see how a babysitter fits with your family in real time.
- 04
Hire your babysitter
If you'd rather not handle taxes and payroll yourself, our payroll team can take care of it.
Available babysitters in Sioux Falls, SD
411 active listings in Sioux Falls
Nanny Matteya
Nanny Matteya
A little bit about me
I recently moved to Sioux Falls to be with my husband, and I’m looking for a temporary job while I finish school and wait to become licensed as a chiropractor here in South Dakota.
I’m in my final trimester at Northwestern Health Sciences University and will be graduating in December! I’m a 26-year-old who loves staying active—I enjoy going to the gym, playing sports, and spending time outdoors. I grew up in a big family, so I’ve also had plenty of experience being around/helping care for little ones. I played soccer & softball throughout high school & college.
I’d love to help families however I can—whether that’s providing childcare for a date night, helping out during a busy work week, or lending a hand with the kids and things around the house.
I also value my Christian faith, if that’s important to you.
I’m dependable, caring, active, and would love to get to know your family and see how I can help! Please feel free to reach out with any questions.
